Barrington. Volume 1 (of 2)

"Barrington. Volume 1" by Charles James Lever is a story set in Ireland about a man's fall from grace. Peter Barrington, a former figure of importance, now finds himself running a small inn. The story explores loyalty, and difficult relationships as Barrington deals with his changed life. At the start, we see Barrington's modest inn and learn about his reflections on the past, highlighting the contrast between his past wealth and his present situation. The story also introduces his sister, Miss Dinah Barrington, and their loyal servant, Darby. Their interactions show their fight to keep their honor while living with tough times. The beginning sets the stage for a story filled with both humor and sadness, as it looks at the struggles of a man trying to make his way through his new reality.